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When your vehicle is properly aligned, all of your wheels will point in the same direction. Your vehicle will drive straight and handle the way it is designed to. . .

Hilltop Tire Service’s downtown location opened for business in 2014. Since then, this service center continues to grow and provide automotive services with integrity and honesty.   Conveniently located in the East Village just a few blocks east of the river, makes this service center a go-to for. . .

Some drivers only take their vehicle back to the dealership for service, they believe that dealerships are more qualified to work on their vehicle. Is this really true? The answer is no, but it does depend on what you are looking for and what your priorities are. Here is a rundown of the main. . .

The Hilltop Tire Service center on Des Moines’ east side goes back a long time. Nearly a century, in fact!   In 1927, our great grandfather first started business in a small, dilapidated gas station on th...

Watch out for the heatwave surging through Iowa this summer!

Most people take for granted their heating and air conditioning system in their cars until that scorching hot day it stops pumping out cold air. Your heating and A/C systems need to be maintained to keep them in good working order. . .

Road trips were popular back in the 50’s and 60’s when Route 66 connected the coasts and automobiles were able to meet the demands of interstate travel.  Then air travel became more popular and as a result, we lost our knack for road tripping. Since the COVID pandemic hit, car travel. . .

When it comes to auto repair services, we know you have many choices here in the Des Moines area.  So why should you choose Hilltop Tire Service?  What sets us apart from the others? Well, for starts – we’re not trying to be like everybody else. We believe our culture, vision, and values make us different.  We are. . .

Are you neglecting your trailer? Without even thinking, we can be tough on our toys and tools. While it’s easy to forget about maintenance needs, ignoring wear and tear will ruin your trailer and put and it in the junk pile faster than you realize. Give your trailer a little TLC and avoid the hassles of unnecessary trailer repair. . .

For good reliable fleet maintenance services in the Des Moines metro or central Iowa, consider the family of Hilltop Tire Service center locations. Here at HTS we understand our local businesses need a dependable source to keep their fleet of vehicles on the road and operating safely. . .

Raise your hand if you’re ready for a road trip vacation. Yeah, us too! Like many home-bound Iowans, we’ve been dreaming of the day when we can safely hit the road for a well-deserved break from the daily grind. So, whether you decide to take a quick getaway or a cross-country road trip, Hilltop Tire Service is here to help! Here is a DIY Guide to prepping your vehicle for the long haul. Now, of course, if don’t have time, we offer a FREE Road Trip Inspection for all our valued cu...